Mr. Speaker, let me at the outset extend my deepest condolences to the families and to the community of Tumbler Ridge for the deep impact of what has happened in their community.
I want to acknowledge the incredible leadership of the member opposite, who has tirelessly worked for the last several weeks in supporting the community and ensuring that his community is supported.
I have had a number of conversations with the member over the last several weeks, and one thing I will say today and I will commit to is working with him and with the community to ensure that the right steps are taken. We will work in collaboration with the province of British Columbia.
We know that there are many unanswered questions. There is a coroner's inquest in progress, as well as an investigation on the internal affairs of policing, but our commitment to the people of Tumble Ridge is clear. We will seek and get the answers they demand.